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5 suspects arrested in SoCal rail-cargo theft probe after shots fired from moving BNSF train
Published: August 14, 2026 10:28
The BNSF train continued northbound as deputies searched rail cars from the ground and air. The investigation soon moved beyond the tracks. The post 5 suspects arrested in SoCal rail-cargo theft probe after shots fired from moving BNSF train appeared first…
States sue Trump administration over bid to access 17 million CDL records
Published: August 13, 2026 19:34
More than 20 states are seeking an emergency court order to block the Trump administration from obtaining data tied to 17 million commercial drivers. The post States sue Trump administration over bid to access 17 million CDL records appeared first on…
Yang Ming’s first-half rebound sets up a volatile second half
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/yang-mings-first-half-rebound-sets-up-a-volatile-second-half
Published: August 13, 2026 19:06
Yang Ming saw an early peak and higher rates pump earnings, but the outlook for H2 is less certain. The post Yang Ming’s first-half rebound sets up a volatile second half appeared first on FreightWaves.
Top West Coast port sees second-best July on record
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/top-west-coast-port-sees-second-best-july-on-record
Published: August 13, 2026 18:27
The Port of Long Beach posted its second-busiest July as imports staged a surprising surge. The post Top West Coast port sees second-best July on record appeared first on FreightWaves.
Volvo Trucks: $60M Saved with OTA Updates [24% Fewer Stops]
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/volvo-trucks-60m-saved-with-ota-updates-24-fewer-stops
Published: August 13, 2026 18:06
Volvo Trucks is transforming fleet operations with groundbreaking over-the-air (OTA) software updates. Learn how this technology empowers drivers to initiate updates overnight or during breaks, eliminating downtime. Volvo’s Chief Digital Officer Nicole…
Rising Fleet Costs? Data Has Answers
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/rising-fleet-costs-data-has-answers
Published: August 13, 2026 17:27
Rising maintenance costs are hammering fleets. Join Brad Bournes from Love’s Travel Stops as he breaks down the biggest cost pressures today, from surging parts and labor to technician shortages. Discover how leveraging predictive maintenance and smart…
Spot Rates Split as Tender Rejections Hold Above 13%
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/spot-rates-split-as-tender-rejections-hold-above-13
Published: August 13, 2026 17:23
Tender rejections are stuck near 13.5%, still far above a balanced freight market — but spot rates and volumes are starting to tell a more complicated story. In this SONAR update, we break down why truckload demand softened faster than expected, how…
AI agents can find the load. MapUp helps them determine its profitability
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/lane-profitability-ai-agents
Published: August 13, 2026 16:47
Autopilot dispatchers rank freight by posted rate because nobody gave them the arithmetic. MapUp’s new MCP server prices a lane’s fuel, tolls and time in seconds. The post AI agents can find the load. MapUp helps them determine its profitability appeared…
Acertus expands with Fisher Shipping acquisition
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/acertus-expands-with-fisher-shipping-acquisition
Published: August 13, 2026 16:18
Acertus, a finished vehicle transportation provider, has announced its acquisition of Fisher Shipping. The post Acertus expands with Fisher Shipping acquisition appeared first on FreightWaves.
Battle of the briefs: UP-NS fires back at AGs anti-merger letter
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/battle-of-the-briefs-up-ns-fires-back-at-ags-anti-merger-letter
Published: August 13, 2026 16:06
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern turn to former federal anti-trust officials to refute claims by red state Attorneys General opposing their transcontinental rail merger. The post Battle of the briefs: UP-NS fires back at AGs anti-merger letter appeared…
FedEx 777 in retro livery lands at Memphis airport renamed for Fred Smith
Published: August 13, 2026 14:47
FedEx founder Fred Smith was memorialized with the renaming of Memphis airport in his name and the ceremony included the arrival of a FedEx Boeing 777 freighter painted with a throwback brand design. The post FedEx 777 in retro livery lands at Memphis…
Ex Williams-Sonoma exec pleads guilty to $16M warehouse kickback scheme
Published: August 13, 2026 13:40
A former Williams-Sonoma vice president will be sentenced in federal court for fraud and laundering money related to the retailer’s establishment of new warehouses. The post Ex Williams-Sonoma exec pleads guilty to $16M warehouse kickback scheme appeared…
Maersk raises 2026 outlook again as earnings surge
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/maersk-raises-2026-outlook-again-as-earnings-surge
Published: August 13, 2026 13:02
Maersk again raised its full-year earnings outlook after Q2 revenue climbed by double digits. The post Maersk raises 2026 outlook again as earnings surge appeared first on FreightWaves.
Continental Tire and myMechanic team up to fix roadside service’s phone-call problem
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/continental-tire-mymechanic-partnership
Published: August 13, 2026 13:00
Continental brings a national dealer footprint and decades of tire expertise. myMechanic brings the software that turns a phone chain into a tracked digital event. The post Continental Tire and myMechanic team up to fix roadside service’s phone-call…
Inside Univar Solutions’ Carrier Kickoff
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/inside-univar-solutions-carrier-kickoff
Published: August 13, 2026 13:00
FreightWaves Today broadcast live from the Westin in downtown Chattanooga, Tennessee, for Univar Solutions’ annual Carrier Kickoff event, where roughly 100 transportation providers and more than 200 attendees gathered alongside Univar Solutions’…
How NFI Is Operationalizing AI Across the Entire Transportation Management Stack
Published: August 13, 2026 13:00
When FreightWaves launched the AI Excellence in Supply Chain Awards, the goal was to cut through the noise of an industry where “AI” has become a marketing buzzword slapped on every press release, and instead spotlight the companies that are leveraging AI…
Uber Freight confirms cyber incident after hackers claim nearly 1 million files
Published: August 13, 2026 12:35
The company tells FreightWaves it contained the intrusion and engaged federal law enforcement. It has not confirmed whether the hackers’ purported files are authentic or disclosed what information may be involved. The post Uber Freight confirms cyber…
K9 stop on Louisiana’s I-12 uncovers 358 kilos of meth in semi-trailer, driver now in ICE custody
Published: August 12, 2026 22:42
A traffic stop along Interstate 12 in Denham Springs, Louisiana, escalated into one of the state’s largest methamphetamine seizures. Investigators have not disclosed what prompted the stop or where the truck was headed. The post K9 stop on Louisiana’s I-12…
Mexico tops US trade rankings in June as Laredo handles $36.5B in freight
Published: August 12, 2026 21:10
Mexico’s dominance in U.S. trade continued in June as Laredo remained the primary gateway for North American freight. The post Mexico tops US trade rankings in June as Laredo handles $36.5B in freight appeared first on FreightWaves.
Rail freight stretches lead over 2025
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/rail-freight-stretches-lead-over-2025
Published: August 12, 2026 20:03
Rail freight on U.S. railroads posted solid weekly gains as intermodal outpaced overall traffic. The post Rail freight stretches lead over 2025 appeared first on FreightWaves.
AI Freight Roll-Up: Why Fura Bought High-Rise
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ai-freight-roll-up-why-fura-bought-high-rise
Published: August 12, 2026 19:52
Fura’s seventh acquisition is here: High-Rise joins an AI-driven freight brokerage roll-up focused on small and midsize players. Jeff Dangelo breaks down why Fura targets sub-$30 million brokerages, how the company says it can onboard an acquisition in…
Freight Rail Index at NEAR DECADE HIGH! | Economy Rebounding?
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-rail-index-at-near-decade-high-economy-rebounding
Published: August 12, 2026 19:48
The latest rail traffic data is in, and it paints a surprising picture of economic recovery. The Freight Rail Index has reached its second-highest level since 2008, indicating a significant rebound in the industrial sector. We break down the North American…
New Trucking Authorities: Are They Sustainable?
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/new-trucking-authorities-are-they-sustainable
Published: August 12, 2026 19:44
FreightWaves dives into the surge of new trucking authorities and whether this capacity is sustainable. With tender rejections flat and demand picking up, we explore the risks brokers face with new MC numbers and no safety ratings. Plus, is mode conversion…
AI Data Center Demand to TRIPLE by 2030 | GXO CEO on Logistics Impact
Published: August 12, 2026 19:39
GXO Logistics CEO Patrick Kelleher reveals the immense growth in AI data center demand, predicting capacity will triple by 2030. Discover how this surge, along with warehouse robotics and redomestication, is reshaping the global supply chain and creating…
Wild West returns to California rails as suspected train burglar fires at BNSF officer
Published: August 12, 2026 17:25
Officials confirmed someone took merchandise, but investigators still do not know the haul’s size or how many people participated. The post Wild West returns to California rails as suspected train burglar fires at BNSF officer appeared first on…
J.B. Hunt’s ‘summer of many minibids’
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/j-b-hunts-summer-of-many-minibids
Published: August 12, 2026 17:13
Amid rising truckload rates, elevated fuel prices and a tightening driver market, J.B. Hunt has experienced a surge in intermodal conversion opportunities this summer. The post J.B. Hunt’s ‘summer of many minibids’ appeared first on FreightWaves.
Why Global Diesel Prices Are Soaring: War, Hurricanes & Drone Attacks
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/why-global-diesel-prices-are-soaring-war-hurricanes-drone-attacks
Published: August 12, 2026 16:59
Diesel prices are hitting “insane” levels at $180/barrel wholesale, and a Gulf hurricane could mean “apocalyptic numbers” past $200, warns Gulf Oil’s Tom Kloza. He breaks down the unprecedented impact of drone attacks on global oil infrastructure, further…
Mega rail deal under fire: 7 State AGs warn UP-NS merger could drive up shipping costs
Published: August 12, 2026 16:53
Seven GOP Attorneys General are again urging federal regulators to reject the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern rail merger. The post Mega rail deal under fire: 7 State AGs warn UP-NS merger could drive up shipping costs appeared first on FreightWaves.
What Does Fraud Look Like Post-Montgomery?
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/what-does-fraud-look-like-post-montgomery
Published: August 12, 2026 16:35
Loaded and Rolling host Thomas Wasson sat down with Sean Dehan, vice president of strategy and corporate development at Truckstop, to discuss where market pressure and regulation have led the freight industry when it comes to combatting fraud. The post…
U.S. container imports surge on China peak season momentum
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/u-s-container-imports-surge-on-china-peak-season-momentum
Published: August 12, 2026 14:41
U.S. container imports improve on a surge in China goods, but volumes trail year-ago levels. The post U.S. container imports surge on China peak season momentum appeared first on FreightWaves.
Trimble sees freight ‘green shoots’ as transportation revenue rises 5%
Published: August 12, 2026 14:25
Trimble’s transportation and logistics revenue rose 5% in Q2 as executives pointed to improving freight-market indicators. The post Trimble sees freight ‘green shoots’ as transportation revenue rises 5% appeared first on FreightWaves.
Prosecutors say a hit man killed a federal witness tied to staged 18-wheeler crashes
Published: August 12, 2026 14:21
After years inside an operation built around paid collisions and false lawsuits, one participant began helping the FBI. Prosecutors say the response was murder. The post Prosecutors say a hit man killed a federal witness tied to staged 18-wheeler crashes…
Kroger taps digital retail expert to lead e-commerce push
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/kroger-taps-digital-retail-expert-to-lead-e-commerce-push
Published: August 12, 2026 14:17
Kroger has appointed Nate Faust as chief e-commerce officer as the grocery chain makes digital commerce a big priority. The post Kroger taps digital retail expert to lead e-commerce push appeared first on FreightWaves.
Latest truck crackdowns sidelines 48 drivers, 159 vehicles across US
Published: August 12, 2026 12:55
New York, Nevada and Arizona authorities target unsafe trucks, false logbooks and bridge-strike risks in latest trucking enforcement sweeps. The post Latest truck crackdowns sidelines 48 drivers, 159 vehicles across US appeared first on FreightWaves.
The boring press release machines learned to love
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/the-boring-press-release-machines-learned-to-love
Published: August 12, 2026 12:00
One quarter of weekly releases produced 1,058 AI citations, turning a marketing chore nobody wanted into the cheapest visibility in logistics The post The boring press release machines learned to love appeared first on FreightWaves.
Werner not deterred by July slowdown
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/werner-not-deterred-by-july-slowdown
Published: August 11, 2026 20:54
Werner Enterprises is looking past July’s seasonal slowdown and gearing up for this year's peak season, which will have the added benefit of higher rates. The post Werner not deterred by July slowdown appeared first on FreightWaves.
Ex-CBP officer used emoji code to let 477 kilos of Sinaloa Cartel drugs cross
Published: August 11, 2026 20:13
A federal judge sentenced Garcia to nine years after agents uncovered manipulated assignments and ignored alerts. Another former CBP officer received an even longer term. The post Ex-CBP officer used emoji code to let 477 kilos of Sinaloa Cartel drugs…
New harbor commission president backs Long Beach port plans
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/new-harbor-commission-president-backs-long-beach-port-plans
Published: August 11, 2026 18:55
The new chief of Long Beach’s Harbor Commission pledged to advance the port’s infrastructure and sustainability goals during his term. The post New harbor commission president backs Long Beach port plans appeared first on FreightWaves.
Trucking M&A: 3 Reasons Private Equity Struggles With Assets
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/trucking-ma-3-reasons-private-equity-struggles-with-assets
Published: August 11, 2026 18:29
The freight market is showing signs of recovery, reigniting interest in M&A across the logistics sector. But while non-asset brokerage deals have historically attracted private equity, asset-based trucking presents unique challenges. Craig Decker, Managing…
Supply Chain Shock: Why Halloween Candy is Out in Summer!
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/supply-chain-shock-why-halloween-candy-is-out-in-summer
Published: August 11, 2026 18:25
Get ready for “Summerween”! Retailers are stocking Halloween candy in August, but it’s not just an anomaly. Sotira CEO Amrita Bhasin joins FreightWaves Today to reveal how macro challenges like tariffs and changing consumer habits (hello, GLP-1 drugs!) are…
Freight Market Shift: Why RXO’s Scale Wins Big on Insurance & Ops
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-market-shift-why-rxos-scale-wins-big-on-insurance-ops
Published: August 11, 2026 17:56
RXO CEO Drew Wilkerson reveals how recent market shifts and regulatory changes have made financial stability and extensive insurance coverage non-negotiable priorities for shippers. He explains why these factors, alongside continuous innovation and strong…
Spot vs. Contract Rates: Don’t Be Fooled by Short-Term Declines
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/spot-vs-contract-rates-dont-be-fooled-by-short-term-declines
Published: August 11, 2026 17:02
The gap between spot and contract freight rates is widening, with contract rates up almost 20% year-over-year while spot rates see a monthly dip. Dive into SONAR data to understand why this isn’t just seasonal softening. We’ll explore the strategic shift…
Beyond the Hype: How Overroute’s AI Transforms Trucking Operations
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/beyond-the-hype-how-overroutes-ai-transforms-trucking-operations
Published: August 11, 2026 17:02
Overroute CEO Alex Reed explains their partnership with JB Hunt, focusing on how their AI agents are automating workflows and optimizing asset utilization. Discover Overroute’s unique “carrier-native” approach, prioritizing user adoption and empowering…
Trump extends Jones Act waiver; direct effect “pennies per gallon,” say analysts
Published: August 11, 2026 16:55
President Trump again paused the law requiring U.S. ships carry cargo such as gasoline between American ports. But analysts say the effect on retail gas prices has been minimal. The post Trump extends Jones Act waiver; direct effect “pennies per gallon,”…
Analyst: UPS-Teamsters 2028 showdown will unleash parcel industry tsunami
Published: August 11, 2026 16:46
UPS’s next contract with the Teamsters union in two years will determine its own fate in parcel delivery and create monumental change at Amazon, FedEx, the U.S. Postal Service, Walmart and other couriers, according to an industry expert. The post Analyst:…
Michigan shuts down truck driving school amid nationwide CDL crackdown
Published: August 11, 2026 15:30
Northern Michigan University’s CDL program has been suspended after investigators alleged the operation failed to comply with multiple state requirements. The post Michigan shuts down truck driving school amid nationwide CDL crackdown appeared first on…
White Paper: State of the Industry – August 2026
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/white-paper-state-of-the-industry-august-2026
Published: August 11, 2026 15:16
The August 2026 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report…
Asia-US East Coast box rate hits new high of $9,400
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/asia-us-east-coast-box-rate-hits-new-high-of-9400
Published: August 11, 2026 15:07
Container rate gains on Asia-U.S. trade lanes are reflecting unexpectedly resilient consumer demand despite inflationary pressures. The post Asia-US East Coast box rate hits new high of $9,400 appeared first on FreightWaves.
Feds sue KLLM over alleged discrimination against female driver trainees
Published: August 11, 2026 15:02
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is suing KLLM over alleged discrimination against female truck driver trainees. The post Feds sue KLLM over alleged discrimination against female driver trainees appeared first on FreightWaves.
Who Has the Leverage Right Now? SONAR’s Pricing Power Index Has the Answer
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sonars-pricing-power-index-weekly-read
Published: August 11, 2026 14:39
SONAR's Pricing Power Index is a data driven read on who has leverage in the freight market. The post Who Has the Leverage Right Now? SONAR’s Pricing Power Index Has the Answer appeared first on FreightWaves.
Canadian province removes 20 unsafe trucking companies from roadways
Published: August 11, 2026 14:07
Alberta (Canada) says 20 unsafe carriers have been eliminated from its roads, including 13 chameleon carriers. The post Canadian province removes 20 unsafe trucking companies from roadways appeared first on FreightWaves.
CBP finds $1.17M in cocaine after inspecting bell pepper truck at Texas border
Published: August 11, 2026 13:54
A Kenworth hauling bell peppers drew additional scrutiny at a Texas border crossing, where CBP officers uncovered 16 packages of cocaine. The post CBP finds $1.17M in cocaine after inspecting bell pepper truck at Texas border appeared first on…
Lawmakers want Postal Service bonuses tied to delivery performance
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/lawmakers-want-postal-service-bonuses-tied-to-delivery-performance
Published: August 11, 2026 13:44
A bill banning bonuses for U.S. Postal Service leaders for failing to meet on-time delivery standards passed a Senate committee and a similar measure was recently proposed in the House. The post Lawmakers want Postal Service bonuses tied to delivery…
Alvys opens freight AI agents to fleets of all sizes
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-ai-agents-alvys-foundry
Published: August 11, 2026 12:59
The freight platform moved $9 billion in invoices and built its agentic layer inside its own TMS rather than bolting one on, betting that freight context is the real moat. The post Alvys opens freight AI agents to fleets of all sizes appeared first on…
Fura acquires Pacific Northwest freight broker
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fura-acquires-pacific-northwest-freight-broker
Published: August 11, 2026 12:38
AI-powered freight broker Fura announced it has acquired High Rise Logistics for an undisclosed sum. The post Fura acquires Pacific Northwest freight broker appeared first on FreightWaves.
Proficient Auto Logistics’ latest deal pushes market share to 25%
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/proficient-auto-logistics-latest-deal-pushes-market-share-to-25
Published: August 10, 2026 23:26
Proficient Auto Logistics announced an acquisition that will double the size of its network, which operated unprofitably in the second quarter. The post Proficient Auto Logistics’ latest deal pushes market share to 25% appeared first on FreightWaves.
Landstar has cut more than 35,000 carriers from approved network
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/landstar-has-cut-more-than-35000-carriers-from-approved-network
Published: August 10, 2026 20:29
Landstar says it has removed more than 35,000 carriers from its approved network over the past four years. The post Landstar has cut more than 35,000 carriers from approved network appeared first on FreightWaves.
J.B. Hunt celebrates 65 years, rings Nasdaq opening bell
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/j-b-hunt-celebrates-65-years-ringing-nasdaq-opening-bell
Published: August 10, 2026 19:34
J.B. Hunt Transport Services celebrated its 65th anniversary by ringing the Nasdaq opening bell in New York City on Monday. The post J.B. Hunt celebrates 65 years, rings Nasdaq opening bell appeared first on FreightWaves.
Canadian trucker arrested in New Mexico for alleged cabotage violations
Published: August 10, 2026 19:06
A Canadian truck driver faces prosecution after Border Patrol said he was caught conducting an unauthorized point-to-point freight movement in New Mexico. The post Canadian trucker arrested in New Mexico for alleged cabotage violations appeared first on…
Colis Privé expands last-mile delivery business into Spain and Portugal
Published: August 10, 2026 18:01
Ceva Logistics and its Colis Privé unit in France have acquired the e-commerce parcel carrier Paack in Spain and Portugal. The post Colis Privé expands last-mile delivery business into Spain and Portugal appeared first on FreightWaves.
Penske Lawsuit SHOCKS Brokers: Who’s Liable for Freight?
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/penske-lawsuit-shocks-brokers-whos-liable-for-freight
Published: August 10, 2026 18:01
SummaryView Transcript The latest BLS data shows a surprisingly ‘boring’ month for trucking jobs, with only 100 added. Dive into what this means for fleets and owner-operators, and why the industry might not be ‘overcorrecting’ as feared. We also break…
Trucking Safety Crisis: How ELD Self-Certification is Killing People
Published: August 10, 2026 18:00
SummaryView Transcript Mark Hazelwood breaks down the dangers of unchecked ELD self-certification and the surge of non-domiciled drivers, arguing these factors are not only distorting freight markets but also contributing to highway fatalities. He explains…
Freight Volumes Down: What the July Jobs Report Means
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-volumes-down-what-the-july-jobs-report-means
Published: August 10, 2026 18:00
SummaryView Transcript The July jobs report delivered a surprise: a decline of 23,000 non-farm payrolls, directly impacting the freight market. While unemployment dipped, it was largely due to people leaving the workforce, not finding new jobs. We break…
Trucking Safety Crisis: How ELD Self-Certification is Killing People
Published: August 10, 2026 17:59
SummaryView Transcript Mark Hazelwood breaks down the dangers of unchecked ELD self-certification and the surge of non-domiciled drivers, arguing these factors are not only distorting freight markets but also contributing to highway fatalities. He explains…
Freight & Industrials Outlook: What’s Driving Growth into 2027?
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-industrials-outlook-whats-driving-growth-into-2027
Published: August 10, 2026 17:58
SummaryView Transcript The US industrial sector is experiencing its strongest growth in years, with the ISM index hitting 55.6 for the seventh consecutive month. We dive into the surprising drivers, from AI data centers and tax incentives to resilient…
After massive Q1 loss, Maersk returns another service to Suez
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/after-massive-q1-loss-maersk-returns-another-service-to-suez
Published: August 10, 2026 17:58
After profits collapsed in the first quarter – and just days before it reports Q2 earnings – Maersk said it will return another headhaul service to the full Suez Canal-Red Sea route. “We are pleased to share that Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are announcing a…
Little Debbie Fraud & $304M Cargo Theft
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/little-debbie-fraud-304m-cargo-theft
Published: August 10, 2026 17:58
SummaryView Transcript Cargo theft losses in the supply chain surged to over $304.6 million in Q2 2026, despite a drop in reported incidents. This segment of FreightWaves Today breaks down the latest CargoNet data, revealing the top targeted states,…
Trucking Slowdown? The REAL Reason: Intermodal Shift | Data Explains
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/trucking-slowdown-the-real-reason-intermodal-shift-data-explains
Published: August 10, 2026 17:57
SummaryView Transcript Trucking volumes are down, but it’s not a slowing economy. Discover how a significant modal shift to intermodal rail, driven by inventory rebuilding and a substantial cost advantage, is reshaping the freight market. We dive deep into…
AI in Supply Chain: 95% Manual Effort Reduction Achieved
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ai-in-supply-chain-95-manual-effort-reduction-achieved
Published: August 10, 2026 17:57
SummaryView Transcript Adrian Smith, CEO of Ripple, discusses how AI is revolutionizing supply chain operations, driving efficiency and freeing up valuable resources. Learn about the real-world impact of their AI solutions, including a 95% reduction in…
BNSF earnings rise on higher volume and revenue
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/bnsf-earnings-rise-on-higher-volume-and-revenue
Published: August 10, 2026 16:58
BNSF earnings grew this quarter due to more shipments and higher fees, parent company Berkshire Hathaway reported. The post BNSF earnings rise on higher volume and revenue appeared first on FreightWaves.
Texas trucking enforcement action detains 14 people for immigration violations
Published: August 10, 2026 16:44
A Texas trucking enforcement operation along in Wichita County resulted in 14 people being detained for immigration violations. The post Texas trucking enforcement action detains 14 people for immigration violations appeared first on FreightWaves.
Stolen trailer investigation leads police to nearly $800K in cargo and vehicles
Published: August 10, 2026 16:31
The inquiry started with one missing trailer, then expanded across four commercial assets and two unrelated computer shipments. The post Stolen trailer investigation leads police to nearly $800K in cargo and vehicles appeared first on FreightWaves.
FleetWorks and SONAR partner to put live market intelligence inside the agentic marketplace
Published: August 10, 2026 15:56
New integration embeds SONAR rates and coverage difficulty across FleetWorks’ AI phone, email, and SMS workflows to help brokers and carriers book with more confidence. San Francisco, CA August 13, 2026 — FleetWorks, the AI marketplace that matches brokers…
Samsara’s Tiny Tracker Offers 45-Day Visibility for Any Shipment
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/samsaras-tiny-tracker-offers-45-day-visibility-for-any-shipment
Published: August 10, 2026 15:45
SummaryView Transcript Samsara introduces a groundbreaking paper-thin sticker designed for real-time cargo tracking, offering up to 45 days of shipment visibility. This disposable Bluetooth-enabled tag leverages Samsara’s extensive network of connected…
Saia CEO: How We Built a National LTL Network & Cut Transit Times
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/saia-ceo-how-we-built-a-national-ltl-network-cut-transit-times
Published: August 10, 2026 15:44
SummaryView Transcript Saia President and CEO, Fritz Holzgrefe, shares insights into the current LTL freight market, including customer sentiment and Saia’s strategic network expansion. Discover how Saia’s investment in new terminals and workforce is…
After sidelining 26,000 truck drivers, FMCSA seeks to lock in English rules
Published: August 10, 2026 14:50
FMCSA wants to standardize its English-language proficiency enforcement policy into federal regulations. The post After sidelining 26,000 truck drivers, FMCSA seeks to lock in English rules appeared first on FreightWaves.
Sale of major shipping line in U.S. trade on the rocks: Report
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sale-of-major-shipping-line-in-u-s-trade-on-the-rocks-report
Published: August 10, 2026 14:47
Government agencies are lining up to reject the proposed sale of Israeli-flag carrier Zim to Hapag-Lloyd of Germany. The post Sale of major shipping line in U.S. trade on the rocks: Report appeared first on FreightWaves.
Senate Zip code changes would cause “irreparable harm,” postal chief says
Published: August 10, 2026 13:10
The U.S. Postal Service says congressional efforts to mandate dozens of zip code changes would hurt financially and cause delivery problems for residents. The post Senate Zip code changes would cause “irreparable harm,” postal chief says appeared first on…
AAR launches freight rail research consortium
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/aar-launches-freight-rail-research-consortium
Published: August 10, 2026 12:49
Rail industry trade group in research partnership with major universities. The post AAR launches freight rail research consortium appeared first on FreightWaves.
Mariner Logistics taps Flock Freight veteran as CEO
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Published: August 10, 2026 12:00
Justin Turner takes over the Coppell, Texas, 4PL with an asset-backed network and a carrier verification standard built for high-value freight, as courts reshape broker liability. The post Mariner Logistics taps Flock Freight veteran as CEO appeared first…
Borderlands Mexico: USMCA gives Mexico an edge as global trade barriers rise
Published: August 9, 2026 11:00
This week in Borderlands Mexico: USMCA gives Mexico an edge as global trade barriers rise; SpaceX plans $16.8B Texas factory; and Taiwan AI firm invests $450M in Ciudad Juárez. The post Borderlands Mexico: USMCA gives Mexico an edge as global trade…
Modal shift dampens trucking market
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Published: August 9, 2026 00:30
Shippers appear to be using intermodal as pricing spreads near all-time highs, but there are risks to this looming later in the year. The post Modal shift dampens trucking market appeared first on FreightWaves.
Police: Little Debbie snack fraud scheme involved deliveries that never happened
Published: August 8, 2026 11:00
Shop N' Save, Giant Eagle and Walmart locations surfaced during an investigation that started in Ohio and expanded into Pennsylvania. The post Police: Little Debbie snack fraud scheme involved deliveries that never happened appeared first on FreightWaves.
New parcel surcharge helps Postal Service reach $20B in revenue
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Published: August 7, 2026 23:16
The U.S. Postal Service lost $2.5 billion in the fiscal third quarter, but revenues were up thanks to a new fee on parcel shipments and higher stamp prices. The post New parcel surcharge helps Postal Service reach $20B in revenue appeared first on…
Transition Trucking Award names 2026 Elite 11 semifinalists
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Published: August 7, 2026 21:36
Veteran hiring has become one of trucking’s steadiest talent pipelines. Once a year, the industry puts 11 names and a new truck behind that idea. Kenworth, Fastport and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative on Wednesday…
CargoNet reports $304.6M in losses, Scott Cornell says Q2 theft drop is no trend yet
Published: August 7, 2026 19:44
High-value metal and technology heists pushed estimated losses from $135.7 million to $304.6 million, even as reports fell 14% from Q1. The post CargoNet reports $304.6M in losses, Scott Cornell says Q2 theft drop is no trend yet appeared first on…
Mexico plans major expansion of busiest cross-border truck crossing
Published: August 7, 2026 18:36
The Mexican state of Tamaulipas plans to more than double cargo-lane capacity on the Mexico side of World Trade Bridge as truck traffic continues to surge. The post Mexico plans major expansion of busiest cross-border truck crossing appeared first on…
Indiana truck inspections sideline more than 1,100 drivers and vehicles
Published: August 7, 2026 17:55
Indiana State Police recorded 8,650 trucking violations and placed 575 drivers and 597 commercial vehicles out of service in July. The post Indiana truck inspections sideline more than 1,100 drivers and vehicles appeared first on FreightWaves.
Miinor change in truck job numbers, bigger shift in warehouses
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Published: August 7, 2026 16:32
The level of employment in truck transportation circled back in July to where it was in February. The post Miinor change in truck job numbers, bigger shift in warehouses appeared first on FreightWaves.
Truck enforcement sweeps sideline 30 drivers, 49 vehicles across US, Canada
Published: August 7, 2026 16:16
Recent commercial vehicle enforcement operations in Arizona, Nebraska, New York and Canada found hundreds of violations and put 30 truck driver out of service. The post Truck enforcement sweeps sideline 30 drivers, 49 vehicles across US, Canada appeared…
Asia ocean line in $135M expansion of US box terminal
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Published: August 7, 2026 16:13
Foreign-based investment will boost a Washington state port’s container capacity by nearly 40%. The post Asia ocean line in $135M expansion of US box terminal appeared first on FreightWaves.
Why 47.5 is a scary number for East Coast ports
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Published: August 7, 2026 16:00
U.S. East Coast ports could feel the effects of drought complicating shipping from Panama to Europe. The post Why 47.5 is a scary number for East Coast ports appeared first on FreightWaves.
BlueGrace Logistics acquires Idaho 3PL Truk TMS
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Published: August 7, 2026 15:21
BlueGrace Logistics announced it has acquired Idaho-based 3PL Truk TMS. The post BlueGrace Logistics acquires Idaho 3PL Truk TMS appeared first on FreightWaves.
Penske firms reversed twice on appeals, Montgomery a factor
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Published: August 7, 2026 13:43
A circuit court handed down two decisions that negatively impact Penske-related companies. The post Penske firms reversed twice on appeals, Montgomery a factor appeared first on FreightWaves.
Daimler to build largest US truck manufacturing plant
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Published: August 7, 2026 13:38
Daimler Truck's supervisory board approved plans for its largest truck plant in the U.S. Construction starts late 2026, with operations targeted for 2029. The post Daimler to build largest US truck manufacturing plant appeared first on FreightWaves.
From Freight Audit & Payment to Transportation Financial Intelligence™
Published: August 7, 2026 12:42
For more than three decades, Freight Audit & Payment has served as one of the most important financial control functions within transportation. Traditionally, its purpose was to validate freight invoices, identify billing discrepancies, ensure contractual…
The SMB shipping trap: Trying to go it alone
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Published: August 7, 2026 12:00
Tariffs, fuel and last-mile rates are all moving the wrong way at once. ShipStation Global CEO Tom Madine says small shippers are trying to absorb the whole problem in-house. The post The SMB shipping trap: Trying to go it alone appeared first on…
Rail merger a failure on first sight, shippers protest
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Published: August 7, 2026 10:46
The merger filing of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern still lacks information for proper federal review, say shippers’ trade groups. The post Rail merger a failure on first sight, shippers protest appeared first on FreightWaves.
Truck driver admits $510K fuel card fraud without buying fuel
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Published: August 6, 2026 21:35
Court records show the company fueled trucks at its own facility, yet investigators uncovered hundreds of thousands of dollars in fuel purchases that should not have happened. The post Truck driver admits $510K fuel card fraud without buying fuel appeared…
PACCAR recalls 5,919 trucks over electrical defect
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Published: August 6, 2026 21:01
Oil in the power distribution box can knock out lights, wipers, brakes and engine power on 5,919 new Kenworths and Peterbilts. Most failures give no warning. The post PACCAR recalls 5,919 trucks over electrical defect appeared first on FreightWaves.
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